Meaning
A king is a male ruler of a country who usually inherits his position by birth.
(the title of) a male ruler of a country, who holds this position because of his royal birth:
the most important, best, or most respected member of a group of animals, things, or people:
- King Richard II
- the kings and queens of England.
- The lion is often called the king of the jungle.
- He's the new king of pop music.
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